A Researcher in the field of Geomatics

Fondazione Bruno Kessler (FBK) is a private research institution devoted to excellence in research in numerous disciplines and designated to the role of keeping the Autonomous Province of Trento in the mainstream of European and international research. Each research area is assigned to a specific research center, of which there are twelve totals. Information regarding the research centers, their activities and production is available at .

Workplace
The Digital Industry (DI) Center, one of the Centers of the Bruno Kessler Foundation, focuses its research on digital technologies for the manufacturing industry by creating applications for critical systems, adaptive and autonomous systems, advanced perception, diagnostics and prediction systems. The research in the DI Centre also involves fields related to digital agriculture, cultural heritage and geomatics.
The 3DOM research unit of the Bruno Kessler Foundation (FBK) deals with 3D metrology, 3D reconstruction and geospatial research activities, developing innovative processing methodologies in the field of photogrammetry, geomatics and robotics. More information about the 3DOM unit is available at .
FBK actively seeks diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is also committed to promoting gender equality. To promote the inclusion of disabled staff as per law 68/99, the Foundation is available and interested in evaluating the applications received for technical-scientific domains that do not correspond exactly to this call.

Job Description
3DOM is looking for a skilled and experienced researcher with advanced knowledge and verified capabilities in geospatial data processing with machine and deep learning methods. The work will include the development of new solutions to create large-scale 3D data (point clouds, orthoimages, etc. ), semantically enrich them and generate digital twins. The successful candidate will conduct interdisciplinary research being partially involved in European projects but also in internal research topics dealing with airborne, drone and terrestrial 3D data. The candidate is also expected to perform explorative and scientific engineering tasks on geospatial data, including software development, as well as supervise young researchers in the team.

Job requirements
The ideal candidate should have: PhD in Geomatics, Computer Science or Engineering; Proved experience in object detection, semantic segmentation / classification and city modeling Experience in research institutes, academic groups or R&D-oriented companies; Knowledge in 3D data analytics with machine/deep learning methods; Skills in programming and developing, including environments for machine learning applications; Scientific publications in international conferences and journals; Autonomy in developing research and organizing work activities Ability to work in a collaborative environment, with a strong commitment to achieve assigned objectives; Oral and written proficiency in English; Good communication and relational skills;

Furthermore, the following elements will be positively evaluated: Knowledge in 3D geometry, graphics and mathematics; Participation in EU projects and international activities;

Employment
Type of contract: fixed-term contract
Working hours: Full time (38 h per week)
Start date: September 2025
Duration: 24 months with the possibility of extending the contract depending on funding
Workplace: Povo, Trento
Gross annual salary: about € 44. 000, plus objectives achievements bonus
Benefits: flexi-time, company subsidized cafeteria or meal vouchers, internal car park, welcome office support for visa formalities and for research in accommodation, accommodation etc. , supplementary pension and health fund, social security (SANIFONDS), family-work balance, free training courses, support on bank account opening, discount on public transport, sport, language course fees, counseling and psychological support service. More info at

Application
Interested candidates are requested to submit their application by completing the online form (). Please make sure that your application contains the following attachments (in pdf format): Detailed CV including relevant past experiences (as an attached document in PDF format); Cover Letter (explaining your motivation for this specific position).
Application deadline: 26/05/2025
Please read our Recruitment Regulations before completing your application.
For further information or technical issues regarding the application, please contact the People Innovation for Research Department at jobs@fbk. eu.
Candidates who pass the preliminary curricula screening will be contacted shortly afterwards for an interview.
Non selected applicants will be notified of their exclusion at the end of the selection process.
Please note that FBK may contact shortlisted candidates within a period of 12 months, for the selection processes of similar vacancies.
For reasons of professional transparency, the name of the successful candidate will be published on the FBK website following acceptance of the position, as well the list of suitable candidates